Urban Forestry Coordinator

**Tree Band Aid seeks an Urban Forestry Coordinator**

**Position Overview**:
The Urban Forestry Coordinator at Tree Band Aid will play a key role in both administrative and operational aspects of urban forestry. The position combines office-based tasks with hands-on fieldwork to support the city’s tree health services, including tree banding and seasonal activities. Responsibilities include engaging with clients to enroll them in the tree banding program, maintaining accurate client records, and coordinating with field staff to ensure smooth operations. The Coordinator will also assist in conducting property visits to assess tree banding needs and provide quotes. Additionally, the role will involve piloting new tree health services, such as Dutch Elm injections, fertilization, and mulching.

The Coordinator will support the General Manager in training new field staff, conducting quality checks on tree banding practices, and managing logistics for the Chestnut Trees stand during the holiday season. There will also be opportunities to contribute to research and planning for future business initiatives. This role requires flexibility, as it involves both independent work and collaborative tasks in varying weather conditions. The Coordinator will play a vital part in expanding Tree Band Aid’s services and supporting the urban tree canopy’s health, with potential for long-term growth within the organization.

This position offers a blend of field and office work, ideal for someone passionate about urban forestry and eager to contribute to environmental conservation efforts.

**About Tree Band Aid**:
Founded in 2001 in Winnipeg’s River Heights area, Tree Band Aid provides high-quality tree banding services to protect the city's tree canopy from cankerworm infestations. In 2022, we expanded by taking over the local Christmas tree stand, previously known as ‘Pete’s Trees,’ and rebranding it as ‘Chestnut Trees.’ Looking ahead to 2025, we are excited to pilot new tree health services, including Dutch Elm injections, fertilization, and mulching.

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**Key Responsibilities**:_Reporting to the General Manager of Tree Band Aid, the Urban Forestry Coordinator will be responsible for:_

**Administration & Communications (50%)**:

- Maintain and update client details in spreadsheets to ensure accuracy.
- Assist block organizers with coordinating full block tree banding campaigns.
- Contribute to gathering and updating current photos for the website and social media.
- Communicate with tree banders and field staff to ensure accurate and up-to-date information is shared.
- Support research and planning efforts for new business initiatives.

**Operations (50%)**:

- Assist the General Manager with training new field staff on best practices for tree banding and conducting quality checks.
- Conduct property visits to assess tree banding needs and provide quotes to clients.
- Pilot new tree health services for interested customers.
- Assist with wild harvesting and logistics for Chestnut Trees stand.
- Work at the Chestnut Trees stand during the holiday season.

**Essential Qualifications**:

- Must be 30 years old or younger at the start date (July 2, 2025) to qualify for wage subsidy funding.
- Ability to work independently, be flexible with job tasks, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Physically able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license.

**Desired Assets**:

- Access to a vehicle is preferred, but not required.
- Graphic design or website-building experience is a plus.

**Term & Remuneration**:
**Start Date**: August 5, 2025

**End Date**: December 26, 2025 (with holiday break)

**Term**: 5-month term, with the potential for a permanent, seasonal position based on performance.

**Compensation**: $22.00 per hour, 35 hours per week.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-18
Expected start date: 2025-08-05